12 Million Women Ignore THESE Symptoms Of Thyroid Disorder. Do YOU Know The Signs ?

Most of the
time, when we feel something a little funny in our bodies, we simply shake it
off: “It’s just a cold, allergies, or age,” we tell ourselves.

Sometimes
this is true. But more often than we expect, these seemingly innocent problems
can indicate bigger medical issues — like how lightheadedness could be a sign
of heart disease in women.

That’s why
it’s so important to pay attention to the messages our bodies send us — such as
when we experience issues with our thyroid.

Though it’s
a just small gland in our throats, the thyroid is responsible for producing the
thyroid hormone (or TH), which regulates your metabolism, temperature, and
heartbeat.

If a
thyroid suddenly gets all out of whack, it can do one of two things: it either
becomes overactive, producing too much of the hormone, or it can also slow down
and grow sluggish, developing too little of the hormone.

To learn
how to spot some of the early warning signs of thyroid issues, scroll down and
read these often-overlooked symptoms.

What does a thyroid look like?

Your thyroid is
located in the front of your neck and is shaped like a butterfly, which is
highlighted above in red. It’s hard to believe such a tiny thing in your body
can have so much influence.

If your thyroid
becomes overactive, it produces too much of the thyroid hormone, thus
developing hyperthyroidism.

According to the Mayo
Clinic, an over- or under-active thyroid can completely alter your mood. Too
little thyroid hormone can affect the levels of “happy” serotonin in the brain,
making you feel unusually blue or even depressed.

On the flip side, too
much thyroid hormone can make you feel anxious, restless, or irritable.

Symptom #2:
Constipation

If you are suffering
from constipation and you can’t kick it, it is likely a disruption in thyroid
hormone production has caused a slowdown in digestion.

“This is one of the
top three most common symptoms of hypothyroidism,” says integrative medicine
specialist Dr. Robin Miller.

Symptom #3: Sleeping
Too Much

We all have a hard
time getting out of bed in the morning, but when it feelsunbearable, it should
be a wakeup call, according to Dr. Miller.

A sluggish thyroid can
make bodily functions slow to a turtle’s pace, making you feel sleepy even
during the day.

Symptom #4: Hair Loss
and Dry Skin

Is your skin dry and
itchy and it’s not even winter? This may be a symptom of hypothyroidism. The
shift in texture is thanks to a slowed metabolism, which can reduce sweating.

Your hair and nails
may feel dry and brittle, as well. Your hair may even be falling out. The
reason? A lack of thyroid hormone interrupts your hair growth cycle, which
results in hair loss, sometimes even outside of your eyebrows.

“Lots of my patients
come in and tell me that their hairdresser sent them,” says Dr. Miller.
“They’ll say, ‘My hair stylist said I’m losing my hair and I needed to go ask
my doctor about my thyroid.’ The hair salons are more aware of thyroid problems
than some doctors!”

Symptom #5: Sudden
Weight Gain

Though weight gain can
be caused by many factors, suddenly weight gain without any changes to your
dietary or physical habits could be cause for concern, according to WebMD.

In fact, it’s one of
the main reasons people show up in Dr. Miller’s office. “They’ll tell me that
they aren’t eating any more than usual, but they’re gaining weight,” she says.
“They are exercising, but they are getting nowhere. They can’t lose it.” It’s
almost always due to an under-active thyroid, she says.

However, experiencing
the other symptoms of thyroid issues — weight gain, body aches, hair loss —
could also contribute to your lack of desire.

Symptom #7: Muscular
Pain or Tightening

If we stub a toe, our
toe tends to hurt. Or if we embark on a new exercise, like rowing a canoe, we
may feel soreness in our arm muscles over the next few days. These kinds of
pains are perfectly normal and have an explanation.

But if you feel random
and mysterious tightening or numbness in your arms, hands, legs, or feet,
consider that your thyroid may be the culprit.

A lack of thyroid
hormone can damage the nerves that send signals from your brain to the rest of
your body over time. “The result is ‘unexplained’ tingles and twinges,”
according to Dr. Miller.

Symptom #8: Fluttering
Heart

When we fall in love
with someone, we may feel a little pitter-patter in the old ticker.

However, the flutter
caused by thyroid issues is very different. It’s more pronounced; it feels like
your heart is skipping a beat or two. In fact, you can maybe even feel it in
the pulse points of your neck and wrist.

If this sounds like
something you are experiencing, it may be heart palpitations, which may mean
there are too many thyroid hormones flooding your system.

Symptom #9: Fuzzy Head

Your brain may feel a
little fuzzy with age — but if this suddenly gets more intense, it could be
your thyroid. Too much thyroid hormone can make it difficult to concentrate,
while too little causes forgetfulness.

“When we treat
patients for hypothyroidism, they are often surprised at how fast their brain
fog goes away and how much sharper they feel,” says Dr.Miller. “Many women
think it’s just something that comes along with menopause, when it really is a
sign of a thyroid problem.”

Symptom #10: High Blood
Pressure

If you have high blood
pressure and nothing seems to be resolving the issue without medication — such
as a healthier diet or more exercise — you may want to get your thyroid checked.

An under-active
thyroid can cause high levels of the “bad” cholesterol, which unfortunately can
lead to an enlarged heart or heart failure.

Symptom #11: Increased
Appetite or Changes in Tastebuds

Do things taste
differently all of a sudden? An under-active thyroid can mess with your sense
of taste and smell, according to Health.com.

However, if you can’t
stop eating, it may be hyperthyroidism — or an overactive thyroid.

If this is the case,
the “hyper” part of the disorder will balance out all the calories you take in
— so despite constantly eating, you might not gain any weight. Though this
might sound like every woman’s dream, it’s definitely cause to make an
appointment with your doctor.

Symptom #12: Neck or
Throat Discomfort

Your thyroid is in
your neck, so physical pain in the place where it’s located makes sense. A lump
in your throat, change in your voice, or even a goiter could be a sign of a
thyroid disorder.

If you feel any of
these things, look at your neck in the mirror and see if you notice any
swelling.

According to AACE
Thyroid Awareness, you can further your investigation by doing the following:
“Hold a mirror in your hand, focusing on the lower front area of your neck,
above the collarbones, and below the voice box. Your thyroid gland is located
in this area of your neck.

While focusing on this
area in the mirror, tip your head back. Take a drink of water and swallow. As
you swallow, look at your neck. Check for any bulges or protrusions in this
area when you swallow. (Reminder: Don’t confuse the Adam’s apple with the
thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located further down on your neck, closer
to the collarbone. You may want to repeat this process several times.)

If you do see any
bulges or protrusions in this area, see your physician. You may have an
enlarged thyroid gland or a thyroid nodule that should be checked to determine
whether further evaluation is needed.”

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